Chapter: 125

Norah seemed to not care about his promise. Indifferently, she replied, “Thank you, Mr. Hayes."

However, as Norah thought more about the stirring feelings she had just experienced, she couldn't help but add, "I hope you won't go back on your promise if I choose to hold you to your word, Mr. Hayes.”

“I, Kason Hayes, am a man of my word. I will keep my word," Kason said solemnly.

Now that Kason had promised to keep his word, Norah couldn't help pondering Derek's words in the morning. She regretted having married a lousy man like Derek.

Some ungrateful men Like Derek wouldn't even blink, however major the favor was. The fact that Derek was reluctant to give her what he had offered after getting knowledge of her wealth reshaped her perception of shamelessness.

Norah softly stated, "Mr. Hayes, I'll keep your words in mind." She wished for Kason to be more reliable than Derek had been.

From her observation, Norah perceived Kason as a man of integrity, likely a trait sharpened from his time in the military, where directness was valued.

Curiously, Norah asked, "Mr. Hayes, at the peak of your youth, do you ever regret departing the military so early?"

This question had been on her mind since she met Kason. Kason, still under 3@ years old and at the height of his capabilities, left her puzzled by his choice to exit the military and lead the Hayes family.

Norah doubted she could make such a decisive move if she were in his shoes.

After a pause, Kason responded in a low voice, "The Hayes family lacked a suitable leader. As part of this family, stepping in was my responsibility. Plus, with my grandfather's severe illness, it was only natural for me to return and support him."

Norah was aware that Kason's parents had perished in a tragic plane crash, a story that had deeply moved Glophia and garnered widespread sympathy for the Hayes family.

Unlike most Hayes family members who pursued military careers, only Kaiden diverged, focusing on art in college.

Gazing at his right hand, Kason's voice carried a hint of sadness.

“My departure from the military was also for health reasons."

Norah's brow furrowed as she regarded him, asking, “What health issues were you facing?" She observed Kason's appearance, noting his robust complexion and sturdy physique. Norah couldn't discern any indications of ailment.

"A few years ago, during an operation, I damaged the tendons in my right hand, rendering me unable to shoot with precision ever since,"

Kason said with an air of nonchalance as though discussing something distant from his own experience. Yet, Norah detected a note of sorrow in his voice.

“Why didn't you seek my help amid my medical checks?"

Norah's back was to Kason, hiding her face from his view. He shared, “The doctors mentioned even after being repaired, my hand's sensitivity wouldn't match its former level. It would never fully recover."

Kason had endured much from that incident...

Facing him, Norah said earnestly, “I'll examine your hand after checking on your grandpa."

Kason, taken aback, declined, “There's no need. My military career is behind me."

The famed group Kason had belonged to had already disbanded. Kason's fists tightened. He believed returning would be pointless if he was the sole remaining member of his team.